In a significant operation, the Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested Khurshid Alam, the leader of a notorious gang involved in an ATM card swap scam that defrauded individuals by stealing money from their accounts. Officials reported the recovery of a rented car used in the crimes and 96 ATM cards from various banks found in Alam’s possession.
The police action followed a tip-off regarding the main suspect, Khurshid Alam. His accomplices—Arif, Umar, and Zubair—are currently at large, prompting a manhunt for their apprehension.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Central Noida, Shakti Mohan Awasthi, revealed that a complaint was filed on October 7 by a resident of Chotpur Colony. The victim reported fraudulent withdrawals from his account at an ATM located in Chhijarsi.
“While the victim was withdrawing cash, two individuals entered the booth under the pretense of assisting him. They discreetly observed his PIN while engaging him in conversation and quickly swapped his ATM card,” the DCP explained.
When no cash was dispensed, the complainant returned home only to discover that Rs15,800 had been withdrawn from his account. He immediately reported the incident to the police.
In response, the police formed two teams for the investigation, which quickly led to the identification of Khurshid, a Ghaziabad resident with seven prior cases registered against him. He was apprehended near an ATM in the police station area.
This arrest follows a similar operation last month when Noida Sector-24 Police arrested three individuals involved in a related scam, recovering nearly 100 ATM cards. Additionally, authorities are tracking a Rewari-based gang that has also been operating in the district.
